Week of 5/5/14 - 5/9/14

Highlights for the Week of 5/5/14

 in Mrs. Bell's Classroom

Spelling - Final /ər/, /l/ or /əl/

This week's spelling list will focus on words that end with the /ər/, /l/ or /əl/ sounds. The final test on this lesson will be given on Friday, 5/9. The workbook pages OR challenge work will also be collected that day.

Reading - I Can Apply Reading Strategies

Our novel study of Number the Stars will continue this week. We will revisit making connections and questioning as we read chapters 5-6. Identifying character traits, and vocabulary will also be part of our book study.



English- Adverbs

Comparing with adverbs, and using "good and well" will be the topics in English this week. Students will independently complete a graded review of lessons 1-3 of the unit on Friday.

Social Studies - The West
The West map QUIZ is scheduled for Monday, 5/5. We will begin our study of the climate and resources in the West later in the week.

Science - How do Other Simple Machines Help People Work?
Science students will take an open note/book QUIZ on lesson 2 of chapter 15 on Monday, 5/5. We will complete this unit with a look at how inclined planes, wedges and screws make work easier. 

Mrs. Bell's Math Class - Unit 10 - Fractions & Decimals

Place value of decimals through the hundredths place is what we will focus on this week. Students will take the QUIZ on lessons 1-3 of Unit 10 on Thursday, 5/8. We will finish the week with a look at the relationship between fractions & decimals.

FYI...

Students will be taking the MAPs test the week of 5/5.  Our class will be taking the math test on Tuesday, and the reading test on Wednesday. Please see that your child comes to school well rested, and with a healthy breakfast and snack those days!

Mrs. Karen Bell